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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
KHQOPEE I
It's Fifty-four Thousand Dollar Purchase
Yesterday Made by the Rock Island
Company on East Douglas


It win be remembered that some days ago
a telegram was received in this city purport-
ing TO be from the headquarters OF the Rock
Island company. It created no little COM
ment at the time, and many opinions were
rife as to its real meaning. 1t seemed to be
the general opinion, however, that the COM
pany wanted its depot on East Douglas ave-
nue., but property was SO valuable there and
prices SO high that frst-class bluff would
serve the end desired, and hence the message
to ''Seil that property. Depot will not be
located on East Douglas avenue"
The action Of the company yesterday
seems to confirm the '.biuf idea" Property
south of the avenue and fronting on the
same was yesterday bought by the company.
The consideration was S54 600 The property
now owned by the company at that point, it
seems, cannot ell be utilized for switch pur-
poses, and hence the idea that it will be util-
lied by passenger depot The transaction
was consumated yesterday quietly and tab
bed ''sub rosa," bus the winds whisper
ira a.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
TEAR THEM OUT.

Eleven good substantial two-story brick
buildings have been doomed To come down
this spring and summer, and which are to be
replaced with edifces worthy of Wichita
and commensurate with her growing de-
mands. The greater number of these build
ines would make fair if not a respectable
showing on the business streets of any of the
average towns of Kansas, but they won't Go
when compared with the new buildings now
gong up and under contract. We said
eleven. There may be more. We happen
to know OF this number. None of the bui d.
iugs to take the place of these will be less
than four stories high. one of them six and
two of them five stories in height each. All
this will not only give us better buildings,
AMI add to our wealth end Importance in
diyidually and collectively, but will give
employment TO hundreds OF people, who viii
in turn re-invest or spend their money III
Wichita
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
HOTEL.

Architect Gould is drawing plans for q
hotel to be built at Kingman by Mcssrs. c.
W. Fairchild, A. D. and Ed. Culver. 1t will
erected on the corner of Main and First
streets, having front of one hundred feet
on Main and enc hundred and ferty on
First. The material to be used is brick,
with stone trimmingt. It will be three
stories with basement.
The first floor will be divided into three
store rooms, three offices and hotel Office The
plan is such that the store rooms will be
lighted by means of sky-lights, and all the
central rooms will also be amply lighted.
The second floor will be divided into par
lors and dining room. The other floors will
be divided into sixty led rooms
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
THE COURTS.
PROBATE COURT.

PROBATE COURT.
Win of Nicholas F. Devore was filed and
admitted to record.
Inventory and arpraisement of the estate
of John p Dawson was filed with the pro-
bate court.
POLICE COURT.
Henry johnson was arrested for assault
and battery and paid SIS.
John Smith was drunk from whom no
money could be collected.
JUSTICE COURT.
At Justice Walkers j. E. Cotton who it is
alleged was carrying on gambling house
where the festive game of ''crapes" is play ed
was released on bond for his appearance in
court Monday. He says he is not the owner
of the establishment and has nothing to do
with the game.
Jack Kennedy was released on a bond Of
$500 to keep the peace and to appear in court
ct an early day.
H. H. Black and j. ]. Black had disturbed
the peace. They gave bond for appearance
in court on the 18th inst.
State VS. Algier will be called today. The
defendant is alleged to have disposed Of mort
gagged property.
At Justice Barrett's there was several very
important civil cases disposed Of.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
ROBBED BY A FRIEND.

Yesterday noon robbery was discovered
to have been committed at the Valley House
on East Douglas.
Three young painters arrived in the city
some time ago and have been working to
pether at their trade Two, Bird and Cos
sert. who are roommates, went to their work
in the morning leaving the third at the hotel.
When they returned at noon and entered the
room they found the lock of the door bad
been sprung. their trunk opened and rified of
its contents, two new suits of clothes, re-
volyer and several other articles.
They Immediately suspicioned their &C.
workman and the circumstances strengthened
this suspicion. He was seen to enter the
room by both the landiady and chamber
maid and also seen leave it with the clothes.
He was also seen hurrying from the house
and walking rapidly up the railroad track
The burglar had gained entrance to the
room by fling the lock with rusty file
" h,ch was afterwards found lying in the
room beside the trunk. An effort is being
made for his capture and the chances are he
will soon return to face The companion be
robbed
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
EvANGELISTIC SERVICES.

When meeting was appointed at q. M
and Christians only invited to it, and every
person who came expected to say something
it was expected that but few would put in sn
appearance However at the conservation
meeting yesterday morning called under
these conditions larger audience was pres
emit than at any previous morning meeting.
and the deep. heartfelt testimonies offered
showed how thoroughly moved Gods People
have been by these meetings.
While reading the Scriptures Mr. c. gave
another of his stunning blows to the woridll-
ness of card-playing and thestre-going
Christians.
The text chosen for the sermon to young
people was Remember now thy Creator IN
the days of thy youth.
Rome says give me the children. say
give me the young people and the world Will
soon be converted to Christ. had ten times
rather see that little boy or girl converted
than any old gray haired man in the city
whose life has been spent in the service OF
the ord and the devil The child convert
ed is like the rising sun with all day to shine:
the old man is like the evening star.
Everyone expects to be saved OUT the
question is, are you now saved or are you lost'
There are plenty Of church members IN hell
and more on the road. Face the question
whvg Because we know not what day VIII
bring forth My dear young friends, TOD
has given special promises to the young:
They that seek Ne early shall find Me-" lie
has given the most solemn warningt TO those
who neglect to seek Him in the early morn
ing of life: ''Whi.e the evil days come not
and the years draw nigh when thou shalt
say have no pleasure i'll them" no man
has an interest in his souls salvation except
by Gods spirit; when the Spirit leaves them
they say 81 have no pleasure in them; the
evil day has come" l plead with you to-
night because you have low the influence
of Christian friends AS you grow
older they become hopeless, cease
to pray for you, if that evil day comes love
be unto you.
Again come to Christ because you are
young. 1t is in youth when NEST persons
are converted. The speaker here asked all
who were converted under 90 years Old to
stand A large company arose. Between
90 and so, about one-sixtn as many; between
30 ard 40, about eight; between 40 and 50,
one arose; above SO, not one arose. This
object lesson the speaker applied with power.
The last appeal was on account OF father
mothers prayers and most affecting 1t was.
One had better 60 down from any other
place than go dewn trsmpliDg under foot
mothers prayers. If mother is gone do you
ask who will pray for my poor lost soul now!
Mr.. Birch sang most tenderly my Mothers
Prayer"
At the conclusion nine persons confessed
Christ and a large number came forward TO
Join the church.
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"a BAD MISTAKE."

To the Editor Of the Eagle.
The opening of the'public schools Monday
morning may have been mistake. But II
it is necessary to close the schools. think 1t
is as highly necessary to close the churches,
several Of which are filed every night and
day, Sunday schools, theatres museums, the
Salvation armies, street faikers and every
thing running in full blast. Row, il the
mayor is willing to issue proclamation
closing all public places, / will favor closing
the schools But at present think it wholly
unnecessary, as one of the Oldest and best
physicians in the city said there was no cpl
demic and would not be one; that there was
but few cases in the city.
do not wish to be arbitrary in any public
matter but do not at present think it neces-
sary or advisable to close the schools.
J. D. CALDWELL.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
PRESENT OF A HOUSE.

Some days ago Mr.. Smith Of the WichisA
Plumbing, Pump and Supply company took
jaunt around the vicinity of some of his lots
and was much surprised to see foundation
for house on it and some framing timber.
He could not Imagine who was so kind as to
build house for him An inspection of the
plans caused him to be dissatisfied with the
Improvement consequently he made inquiry
for the builder. Hs finally succeeded in
spotting him and asked for an improvement
of the original plan. The gentleman stated
that he was building house on his own lots
and for his own use. He was much surprised
to learn of his mistake and stated that those
were the lots shown him by thegent from
whom he bought. Examining the records
he found that his lots were located quite q
ways from the place. The location shown,
it seems, was a very desirable one and served
as the point from which to sell the whole
addition. The willy agent was in the fashion
of selling those lots for anything in the To-
cality
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
CEMENT WORKS AND BRICK YARD.

Captain g. ]. Aaher has returned from
his trip to Kansas City after machinery for
his cement works He found the machinery
desired and has reported to the company. Il
will be on the road in a few days.
His brother in law. Ar. B H. Hanlon, ac-
eo:npanisd him on his return and has made
an investigation Of the trick clay south Of
the city. The investigation has been highly
satisfactory. A vein eighteen feet thick has
hex, found about four miles south OF tie
city. A company is being formed for max
ing brick. Mr.. Hanioa Is a brick maker Of
fifteen wears experience and pronounce. the
new fad OF the very bsst clay
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
THE REGISTRATION BUSINESS.

The registration outlook is very poor in
deed Not one business man in five has yet
registered and not to exceed one-half Of even
those who usually take some interes: in cleo
tions. The registration law is very mean,
obnoxious and bsthersome law, but tho bust
ness men, the taxpayers aud ell who have
any interest in Wichita cannot afford to let
the coming election go by default. II it
should SO go without great good luck some CT
us would have cause to regret our non-action
for many years. The time is nearly up and
don't delay this matter another single day.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
INSCLTED A LADY.

Some days ago gentleman who travels
for nursery having headquarters on west
Douglas avenue, took tour among the farm
eIs few miles west of the city. 1t seems he
sailed around in grand style. Calling at a
gentleman's house he found no one at home
but the wife. He proceeded to insult her as
she claims. When the apple tree man left he
made her present of his card. When her
husband returned she told MIN Of the lads
visit and handed him the card. He soon
made it convenient to come to the city. Call
ing at the Office Of The nursery he found a
man busy writing at desk. In an u1isus-
picious manner be presented the card and
asked if it bore his name. The gent looked up
and saw it was and no doubt the
idea flashed through what little
brain be had that now he had Gus
toner. "Oh, yes sir, yes sir, that's my
card" was the prompt and kindly reply.
Well what next. The farmer proceeded to
decorate his fist with the fashy agents mus
tach. He knocked him down on the floor
sn1 kicked at his heart for time and hav-
Ing temporarily satisfied his rage suspended
operations. The logged agent picked him
self up and started for the door, calling on
some high power to have mercy. feeling sure
there was one man on earth that would not
accommodate him. About the time he reach
ed the door the farmer commenced act No.
two. Finally his anger again temporarily
subsidized and he let the sinner up. Again
he started away The farmer looked at the
card again and saw under the name 'wife
insalter," and again he started for the vii
lain The latter had made good use Of the
time and before he could be caught skunk
into a neighboring house where he could not
be reached.
While the fight was in progress some
parties were looking for the cops but none
could be found until the farmer had done
the work and retreated at will.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR MAYOR.

In response to tire earnest solicitetifn OF large
number The nec,,le Of Wichita, respectfully an
poupce myself as a n-IaTtkan cit1zens chnnidate
for mayor. D. r a-A-N''
In rcspopFe TO the numerous requests mace 20 me
BY my friends among the business men OF thIs cry
resnecftulIy arr ou, &c my seif part san peo
ples' candidate T. mayor, assuring all that III elected
will myself 10 the best Interests 81 me CITY
Irrespective OF party or other Interests. II. G. LEE
Thereby suuoprce myself a. peoples candidate FOR
mayor OF 1h. ci,y az WITCH ia. This action Ia in re
Spouse 20 request OF many citizens OF city
Contrary to tire edyife Of some OF my persosai
fri. nds ard in accordance Win the request OF
Yoodly rumbe' emo unce myself rs canntdate
for syor OF the great ard b. oming cry n vienna
md " in "a, Thai Should be lected VIII Try and
do nv duties without fear favar and do all can
to keep UP with the spirit OF the times
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
THE BIC SCHEME.

Rumor has it that something big is booked
for certain section. The speeders of the
Spectators is turned in that direction and
they go under the whip as they never went
before What can it be? Is the question
that puzzles those who see the phenomena
and know not its import. What can it bel
Is the question asked by the few who watch
the boom thermometer and run not after the
gold gathered in that manner, Mr.. P. V.
Healy offers rather practical solution Of the
problem 1t seems that he is generally con-
sidered as authority on railroad matters and
his answer to the question certainly is &C
coInpanied with great weight" Its his
opinion that Messrs. Fritz Schritzler and
Jim Steel will take jaInt TO that locality
in few days. He thinks the scheme big
one and likely to create bootn-if there is a
mis-step.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
A MORNING RIDE.

Yesterday forenoon a grocery delivery
wagon was seen hurrying east on Douglas
just asross the Santa Fee track. The driver
was pulling for dear life, baskets eggs, fruits
and general assortment of groceries were
being quite literally retailed along both
sides OF the wagons track. The team after
running for some distance turned south and
succeeded in upsstting the wagon and spill
ing out the driver The horse, however, was
recaptured and the young man after some
hesitation returned for a new supply with
which to fill orders
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
A LIVELY TINE,

Two farm hands who came - the city yes
terday TO take i'll sAs sights visited resort
There they iruhibed quite freely. Al first
they ware very gay but in course OF time
grew noisy AM finally quGrrelsome. One
word brought on another and soon there IVES
a lively war o. words followed by pitched
battle They ciioched and rollel over the
floor pounding each Others face The bar
tender interfered and parted tbs two combat
ants they vowed, however, tina. the fight
would he resumed as soon "a 'outside tie
corr,-ratin1
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
AMusEM ENrs.
MUSEUM.

NJ
Mr.. C.. S. Wood as the long swell in
"Casten is making o hit and the play goes
with a gust that is enlivening. On Thursday
"Hidden Hand" will be presented. The at
fractions in the curio parlor are very strong
Hubert is myssifying to the brightest and is
becoming great favorite. Sandilands and
Ruthdens. statue impersonators, must be
seen to be appreciated.
THE GEORGIA MINSTRELS
Had another packed house last night and
every one went away thoroughly delighted
and with aching sides at the inimitable droli-
cries Of Billy Kersands and his coadjutors,
prominent among may be mentioned George
jackson who shared with Kers ands the ap-
p!ause of the evening.
They are going from here to Colorado and
return in April for grand farewell perform
ance with some new features particulars of
which will be announced.
sHAMUs o'BRIES.
It is not necessary 70 enlarge upon the
peculiar qualities that have recommended
this drama to the popularity 1t seems to en-
Joy. Its merits were recognized upon the
only needful to state now that the very
picturesque scenery, the intelligent ''reall-
ties" and all those minor details which for
meIly lent it so much effectiveness are re-
vived to give color and interest to current
epresentations.-NewY York Daily Times.
COL. COPELAND.
South Bend Qnd Register, January. 1880:
Col l. F. Copeland delivered his lecture,
mistakes of Bob. from Heather Siaud-
point" at the opera house, Monday evening.
The ball was well fillet. Taken from either
a heather or a Christian standpoint, the
lecture was an overmatch for that of 1nger-
soil. His fund of anecdotes, wit, sarcasm,
repartee and humor kept the large audience
in almost continual uproar Of laughter.
GARFIELD OPERA HOUSE.
The Abbott opera season will undoub tediy
be the most brilliant social gathering of the
season. Many of the ladies are going in full
dress, and some Of the opera cloaks and
headdresses that We have been favored with
a peep at are simply exquisite. The hall is
to be handsomely decorated, and with the
combination of colors among the ladies'
dresses, will present a very bright and pret-
-ty picture. Parties are being organized
from Newton, Harper, Kingman and other
adjacent towns.
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TOO MANY PEOPLE FOR HIM.

Mr.. Mcclure, Of Newport, Kentucky, ar
rived in the city last Sunday evening. Mon
day he started out to look at Wichita He
worked his way up and down the streets as
best he could for some hours. He claimed
that the surgins mass Of humanity impeded
his progress more than he ever experienced
in any city not excepting Chicago and New
York. He concluded that he would like to
invest here and make money and all that,
but to live hero he objected. He wanted to
live in city where he could, with an ordi-
nary amount of energy, hold place on the
sidewalk
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
WATCHED AGAIN.

Yesterday morning gentleman
called at Mr. J. F. Shearman's
office and told him that he was
needed at a neighooring Office. He accepted
the invitation to accompany the gentleman
and soon they We're Al the room desired
Quite a number had gathered. and ali
seemed to give Mr. Shearman happy re-
ception.
Soon Mr. E. J. Beattie presented him with
an elegant gold watch in behalf Of the citi-
zens of the south part Of the city. Il was
given him as a recognition of his services in
securing the Judson university site in that
vicinity.
Mr. Shearman was taken completely by
surprise. but he soon recovered sufficiently
TO thsnk biz friends in fitting words.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16

There is now before one Of the justice's
court quite lively little civil case. A few
months ago a gentleman from the East
came TO the city, bought some property and
left it in charge of a bosom friend TO sell.
The friend sol! it but for larger amount
than was bargained for by the owner. The
b. f. pocketed the excess and nov the owner
Of the property refuses 10 make a deed IN
less ;he whole Of the purchase price is
forked over The acting agent does not see
1t in that light and so the case was yester-
day brought into court for adjudication.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
FOURTH NATIONAL.

At meeting of the directors OF the Fourth
National hank last right, ths following Off
GERS were elected: President, W. &. Car.
Isle, vice-president, Geo. II. Blsckwelder,
cashier, J. H. Slater, teller, c. J. Lauck.
The directors of this bank are eli well
known to the people Of Wichita, and the or
ganization gives promise Of great su>casa
The directors airs as follows:
Geo. H. Blackwelder, E. T. Brown, W. r.
Dulaney, J. +. Lanck, A. l. Hoack, Geo C.
Strong, n A. English, r. T. Bean, ". Z
Carlisle
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16

Nessrx Horton and Miller were up from
Anthony arranging for au excursion from
Wichita to Anthony whereby our people go
down in tbs morning and back in the eve
ming. The idea 10 . good one. Many Of our
new people wsuld ike to Sc Anthony, and
no doubt Anthony would Ike 20 have her
advantages understood Let tbs excursion
be made up.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
JOHN BRIGHT UNIVERSITY.

The locating committee Of the John Bright
university have suspended operations. The
vacation will continue soma days. The loca-
ton has not been decided upon.
The matter is attracting the attention OF
the "snappersn and occasionally one bolts up
with the exact location when he finds Gus
toner whom be adjudges does not know
otherwise. Their victims are seemingly few,
however, and painfully few for the fishers.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
CORRECTION.

1t seems that an article In yesterdays issue
concerning the Lewis academy was at vari-
ance with the facts. 1t is not the intention
to move the Lewis academy, but there is Il
scheme on foot for building another educa-
tionai institution in the locality mentioned
In YeS,nrEaY's issue.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
WAGON FACTORY,

Mr.. (. I. Brown received letter yester-
day from an eastern company that is operat
Tue company has had an ere on Wichita for
some time with the view locating factory
here. The letter showed that the company
was decidedly favorably impressed,
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
FALSE ALARM.

The fire alarm sounded from East Douglas
last evening about 1850 1t was the impres-
SIGN that the Richey house was on fire. The
department hurried to this place but could
discover no conaagrasion there nor any
other place that needed their extisGaishiug
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
ARRIVED.

". "A. Meuasuger and scn arrived fran
CovinSsou, Kentucky, yesterday. SosDa
moths seo they decided 30 ssaxt gaivanissd
iron works in this city They come thss
time to stay. An thsir :oo!s and nsaehinsry
ar. now here, and work Win soon ccEnnsncs
Ia putting things In piacet
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
APPOINTMENT.

/. was rumored yesterday that Governor
Martin in response TO g petition from this
city, had appointed Mr. Dick Walker as one
OF tia police commissioners undsr the met
rooo,irau police law. Il was also stated
tia. b.. would not sccens The Islsit.cu.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16

Among yesterdays arrivals at Hotel Gan
dolfo ives William Bumper Of Tiffin, o. Mr..
Bunner, who is q very pleasant gentleman,
4. tie owner Of large and fine collection o.
animals and cuIios,ties which he has in a
mark at Tifsin. This collection he msy move
t,seme live western town, and for that pur-
n se be is making tour of Kansas. He is
vay favorably impressed with the metropo-
NJ. and NAV select il as his future home.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-03-16
ABOUT COMPLETED,

The building bsing erected on Rock Island
avenue, near Kellogg street, by Mr.. Peter
Getto. Is nearly completed. 1t has q front
Of sixty fee: and eighty feet deep and two
stories high.
Ii has already been rented by a company
that will manufacture Staircase